Constipation – A condition in which dry, hard faeces (stools) are formed that are difficult and sometimes painful to pass. Constipation is a symptom of an underlying disorder which needs to be identified and corrected.

Any condition which causes pressure, misalignment, blockages or restrictions of the bowel can cause constipation, e.g. Uterine Fibroids, Adenomyosis, and conditions associated with pregnancy and childbirth

As water is absorbed into the body from the bowel any condition which prevents the normal and timely passage (and evacuation) of the bowel contents can result in hard dry faeces being formed.

Apart from the few examples given above, and as there can be other causes of constipation, e.g. diet, lack of fibre, dehydration, lack of exercise, and hereditary traits, the underlying cause of the disorder needs to be identified. If constipation is due to a body malfunction State-of-the-Art systems scan show its cause.